Dev Journal

Boolean Search vs Semantic Search: Finding the Best Developers

By integrating Boolean search with semantic search, we improved the recruitment process by enhancing candidate discovery.

Will AI Replace Recruiters? Tasks That Change and Endure

We streamlined candidate screening using AI, allowing recruiters to focus on relationship-building and strategic decision-making.

Rethinking Hiring: Skills Over Degrees in Engineering

We implemented a skills-based hiring approach, eliminating traditional filters like degrees and years of experience, leading to more qualified candidates.

Navigating AI Recruiting Tools: Sourcing vs. Screening

This post compares sourcing and screening AI recruiting tools, focusing on auditability, privacy, and pricing models.

Separating Fact from Fiction: The Reality of AI Recruiting Agents

We automated candidate scheduling and parsing, but human oversight remains crucial for decision-making in hiring processes.

How to Hire an SRE (And Why Your DevOps Req Is Probably This Role)

Understanding the nuances of hiring Site Reliability Engineers (SREs) can significantly improve your recruitment process. This guide clarifies common pitfalls and effective strategies.

How to Hire a Security Engineer: AppSec vs Cloud Security vs SOC

Understanding the distinct roles of Application Security, Cloud Security, and Security Operations Center engineers is crucial for effective hiring.

Navigating Your First Technical Hire as a Non-Tech Founder

Understanding the trade-offs between hiring a contractor and a full-time engineer is crucial for non-technical founders.

Should You Still Hire Junior Developers? The Case, the Cost and the Ramp

This guide explores the complexities of hiring junior developers, focusing on their economic impact, ramp expectations, and mentorship costs.

How to Hire a Data Engineer: Pipelines, Warehouses and What to Test

This guide provides insights into effectively hiring a data engineer, covering essential topics such as data pipelines, warehouses, and interview strategies.

How to Hire a Laravel / PHP Developer: Screening for Real Framework Depth

Hiring a capable Laravel/PHP developer requires a keen understanding of their framework depth. This guide offers insights on effective screening techniques.

How to Hire a Mobile Developer: iOS, Android and Cross-Platform

Navigating the hiring landscape for mobile developers can be challenging. This guide provides insights on how to effectively hire for iOS, Android, and cross-platform development.